Artisan markets in the Yorkshire and Humber region are known nationwide for their community friendliness and their focus on sustainability and creativity, offering handmade, eco-friendly goods from local makers. These markets showcase a variety of products, from upcycled fashion and handcrafted homeware to organic skincare and local food.

Pedddle, the UK’s leading artisan market directory, showcases events which bring together artists and crafters dedicated to reducing their environmental impact, promoting slow fashion, and supporting local economies. And they have listed plenty of great Yorkshire markets to enjoy!

For instance, Real Markets Ltd run the self-declared “friendliest markets in Yorkshire”, focusing on supporting local and speciality traders at unique venues such as beautiful Ripley Castle. Community is really at the heart of everything they do, which includes giving stall space to local initiatives and local independent retailers and donating profits to local causes.

But there are plenty of other market organisers operating in Yorkshire and doing similar things. Little Bird, who run long-established regular markets throughout the region, work to keep stall costs low and consider environmental issues wherever possible, to benefit both the local stallholders and the planet. Again, Bramble Berry Markets, who are soon heading into their fourth year of market trading, pride themselves on cultivating local community monthly markets.

Pedddle’s Founder Nicki says, “Yorkshire's artisan markets are a vibrant showcase of local talent and tradition, offering everything from handcrafted goods to farm-fresh produce. Visiting these markets is a chance to experience the heart of the region, meeting artisans, tasting authentic local flavours, and taking home one-of-a-kind pieces that tell the story of Yorkshire's rich culture and creativity."

You can find all of the markets mentioned above (and plenty more!) through Pedddle, an online platform that lists artisan events and their stallholders, from all across the UK. Pedddle allows you to search by location, type of market, or specific themes like sustainability, helping you to easily locate creative and eco-conscious markets near you - wherever you are.

Help us celebrate local artisans and love your local markets even more.